FAQs

Here you’ll find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about the Mt Eden Village Craft Market.

Customers

Q. How often is the market held?

A. On the second Saturday of each month, except January.

Q. What are the market hours?

A. The market is open from 9.30am to 3pm.

Q. My elderly mother is in a wheelchair. Can I bring her to the market?

A. Yes. There is ramp access into the venue, along with bathroom facilities suitable for wheelchair users.

Q. Is there somewhere for me to change my baby?

A. Yes. The venue has bathroom facilities with baby-changing available.

Q. Are there bathroom facilities for people who are gender neutral?

Yes. The venue has accessible bathrooms that can be used by people of any gender.

Q. Can I bring my dog into the market?

A. Yes. Dogs are welcome, provided they are kept on a lead at all times.

Q. Where can I park?

A. There is limited P60 parking outside the venue. You’ll also find paid parking options and street parking in the surrounding streets.

Q. How can I pay for my purchases at the market?

A. Payment methods vary by stallholder. Many stallholders have EFTPOS, while some accept cash or bank transfer only. A cash-out facility is available at the market. A $2 transaction fee applies, with additional surcharges for contactless and credit card payments.

Stallholders

Q. How do I apply to be a stallholder?

A. You can apply via our Stallholder Application Form on the Stallholders page of the website.
The application button will take you to a Google Form where you can submit your details and upload images of your work. Applications open mid-month for the following month’s market and remain open for around 10 days.

Q. When do I hear if my application has been successful?

A. Applications are reviewed after the application period has closed, and applicants will be notified shortly afterwards.

Q. How much does it cost for a stall?

A. Stall fees start at $35.

Q. Can I hire a table?

A. Yes. The venue has a small number of tables available for hire at a cost of $5. We prefer stallholders to bring their own table if they have one.

Q. How many images do I need to submit with my application??

A. Applications must include one image of your stall or display and at least three product images that accurately represent the work you intend to sell.

Q. I haven't had a stall before. Do I still need a stall photo?

A. All applications must include a photo of your stall. If you haven’t had a market stall before, simply set up your products at home or in your workspace and take a photo. This gives us a good sense of how your display would look at the market and ensures your application can be considered.

Q. Can I share a stall with my friend?

A. If you and a friend create the same type of handmade products, sharing a stall is okay. Otherwise, we prefer that each stallholder applies for their own stall to showcase their individual work.

Q. I'm selling products on behalf of some one else. Is this okay?

A. If you’re helping a family member or close friend who can’t attend, you may sell their work on their behalf. In other cases, each stall should represent the work of the stallholder named on the application.

Q. Can I sell products that are handmade overseas?

A. While some items may be described as “handmade” elsewhere, we only accept products that are personally designed and made by our local makers. This ensures our market remains a truly handmade community.

Q. Can I sell food and drinks?

A. Food trucks and the sale of drinks are not permitted due to the Mt Eden Business Association rules.

Q. What if I have other food items that I would like to sell, like jam or biscuits?

A. For other food products, a current Level 2 Food Health and Safety Certificate is required.

Q. Can I bring extra helpers for my stall?

A. Each stallholder is responsible for managing their own stall. You may bring a helper if needed, but the products must still be the work of the stallholder named on the application.

Q. What happens if I can’t attend a market after I’ve been accepted??

A. Please notify the market team as soon as possible so we can offer the space to another maker. Unfortunately, we cannot refund stall fees within 48 hours of the market.

Q. Can my child have their own stall?

A. Stallholders should be 13 years or older. The market is a long day, so younger children are welcome to help at a parent or guardian’s stall, but we don’t accept independent stalls for children under 13.

Q. Do I need to bring a chair?

A. Indoor stalls come with a chair. For gazebo or outdoor stalls, you will need to bring your own chair.

Q. I am a school business student. Can I apply for a stall for my project?

A. No. We are not accepting applications from school business students at this time.